aghast |
filled with alarm or horror; shocked. |
allege |
to say or claim to be true without having proof. |
exploit1 |
a deed of daring or courage. |
flourish |
to grow in a strong, healthy way. |
furtive |
done with or characterized by stealth; surreptitious; sly. |
heartland |
a central land area, especially one considered to be economically, politically, or militarily vital to a nation or region. |
ignite |
to cause to begin burning; set on fire. |
intuitive |
having or resulting from the ability to know or apprehend without using the process of logical thought or reasoning. |
marvel |
a thing, person, or event that causes wonder or amazement. |
notorious |
known for something bad. |
parish |
a district of a Christian religion that has its own church and priest or minister. |
pend |
to await judgment or decision. |
rave |
to talk with much enthusiasm; praise. |
straightforward |
honest, frank, and trustworthy. |
unanimous |
in complete agreement. |